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March 24, 2026
伦(倫)lún(lun2)
The character 伦 (lún) primarily refers to human relationships and social order, emphasizing the importance of harmony and structure in social interactions. It can also denote coherence and logical sequence in various contexts, making it relevant in discussions about ethics, philosophy, and societal structures.
Strokes6Radical亻Frequency#4032DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Confucianism, 伦 is a central concept, reflecting the importance of social harmony and the roles individuals play within a family and society. This character embodies the traditional values of respect and order in interpersonal relationships in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a group of people (人) standing in a circle, each holding hands, representing the interconnectedness of relationships (伦). The sound 'lún' can be remembered by thinking of 'looping' through these relationships, showcasing the order and coherence that binds them together.
Meanings of 伦
lún(lun2)
1human relationship
2order
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About 伦
伦Simplified
倫Traditional
6Strokes
亻Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
#4032Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5
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Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 伦 with similar-sounding words that relate to personal relationships. This term is more formal and is often used in discussions about ethics or social structures. Be mindful of using it in academic or philosophical contexts where precision is key.
HSK Study Tips
While 伦 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects with related words about relationships and society that learners might encounter at higher levels. Focus on understanding its nuanced meanings in different contexts, as it often appears in compound words.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 伦 with 轮 (lún), which means wheel or turn. For example, saying '我喜欢伦' (Wǒ xǐhuān lún) to mean 'I like relationships' is incorrect; the correct character should be used based on context.
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The character 伦 (lún) primarily refers to human relationships and social order, emphasizing the importance of harmony and structure in social interactions. It can also denote coherence and logical sequence in various contexts, making it relevant in discussions about ethics, philosophy, and societal structures.
When to use 伦
Common mistakes include confusing 伦 with similar-sounding words that relate to personal relationships. This term is more formal and is often used in discussions about ethics or social structures. Be mindful of using it in academic or philosophical contexts where precision is key.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 伦 with 轮 (lún), which means wheel or turn. For example, saying '我喜欢伦' (Wǒ xǐhuān lún) to mean 'I like relationships' is incorrect; the correct character should be used based on context.
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Grammar Patterns of 伦
伦 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他们依然很熟悉____敦市郊的喧闹声。
Their ears were still attuned to the sounds of the London suburb.
Example Sentences for 伦 (10)
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他们依然很熟悉伦敦市郊的喧闹声。
tā mén yī rán hěn shú xī lún dūn shì jiāo de xuān nào shēng。
Their ears were still attuned to the sounds of the London suburb.
